In the semi-final of the UEFA Champion League, Real Madrid needed 3 goals without reply against Borussia Dortmund to ensure their progress to the final stage after the latter scored 4-1 in the first leg of the meeting between the two.

Unfortunately, Real spurred a series of opening chances and managed to score 2-0, such that Borussia Dortmund will now progress with an aggregate of 4-3. After being knocked out from the Champion League, Real’s manager, Jose Mourinho hinted that he may not be around next season. After Tuesday’s match, he said: “I know in England I am loved, I know I am loved by some clubs, especially one.” Sadly for superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, he could not find a respond to the solid defense held by the away team.

Among the 4 English football clubs, it seems that Manchester City has the toughest draw in Group A. However, given the quality and the experience of the team, punters are predicting that all 4 teams should be able to negotiate through the group phase.

From the BBC News today, it was reported that Wes Brown has completed his move from Manchester United to Sunderland. The 31-year old defender has agreed a 4-year contract with the Black Cats.

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce, also an ex-Manchester United player, expressed his delight of being able to capture a player of Wes Brown’s ability, experience and character. The new signing has already won 2 Champion League titles, 5 Premier League titles, 2 FA Cup titles and 2 League Cup titles with the Red Devils.

It was also reported that another Manchester United player, John O’shea, might be joining Sunderland, pending a medical review on Thursday.